Embedding Basics and Troubleshooting

Recorded On: 05/28/2025

This session will discuss the basics of embedding and tackle tips and tricks to fix and prevent embedding issues.

CEUs: This histology course is worth 1 continuing education credit. Course is available for 365 days from date of live airing.

Shana Splawn, MBA, HTL(ASCP)

Shana Splawn is an experienced histotechnologist with a robust background and a passion for education. Currently, she works supervising a histology lab, including a Mohs satellite lab which went live in January of this year, for the Department of Veteran's Affairs. Shana has been an active volunteer with NSH, participating as faculty and a preceptor for NSH's Histology Training Program.

Previously, Shana served as the Histotechnology instructor and Education Program Coordinator at Sentara RMH Lab Schools for 5 years. In this role, Shana developed and implemented curriculum aligned with ASCP guidelines, as well as preparing and instructing both online and in-person labs and lectures.

Prior to teaching, she worked on the bench for 14 years at various laboratories gaining extensive experience in histotechnology including immunohistochemistry and enzyme histochemistry.

Shana has a strong commitment to education and mentorship in the histotechnology field and is excited to share her insights and experiences with attendees, inspiring the next generation of histotechnologists and technicians.